We all know the importance of daily exercise. Not only will regular workouts improve your physical health; being physically active can also improve your mood, help you sleep better, and prevent disease. But let’s be real here. When you’re a busy mom you probably find yourself struggling with how to find time to exercise with…
The Ultimate Guide on How to Shop For Healthy Groceries on a Budget
One of the most common questions I get asked is how to shop for healthy groceries on a budget. It seems like a lot of people want to eat healthy but think it’s too expensive. The truth is, while junky microwaveable dinners and drive-through menus might seem cheaper than buying healthy food at the grocery…
Top Affiliate Programs for Bloggers
One of the main income sources for my blog is affiliate marketing and I believe it’s one of the best ways for bloggers to make passive income from their blog. But it can be difficult to find suitable affiliate programs, so I wanted to share the top affiliate programs for bloggers that I’ve found. My…
10 Tips That’ll Help You To Stay Healthy On Vacation
If you’ve done any amount of traveling, you probably found yourself wondering how to stay healthy on a vacation. Believe me, with the amount of travel I’ve done this year, if I was eating every gas station sausage (you know those ones that glisten as they’re rolling around…) or airport pizza, I’d be packing an…
How to Use Essential Oils to Soothe Teething Pain
Moms of teething babies and toddlers – I feel your pain. My toddler has almost finished getting his baby teeth, all that’s left are his two-year molars. And if they’re anything like his canines cutting through, then it’s not going to be fun for anyone. This illustrated guide to the 5 stages of teething had…
5 Things You Can Sell Quickly For Extra Cash
Inside: 5 things you can sell quickly for extra cash Christmas is right around the corner and with that comes a lot of extra expenses. Presents, food, travel… the most wonderful time of the year can also be the most expensive time of the year! Selling some of your household items in the leadup to…
10 Ways to Make Extra Money if You’re Good at Photography
I have a lot of friends who are talented photographers and I know that for many of my photographer friends, there are periods of feast and periods of famine. This got me to thinking – how can photographers make extra money? After doing some brainstorming, I’ve come up with 10 ways to make extra money…
8 Easy Ways You Can Get Healthier Starting Now
When it comes to improving our overall health and wellness, it’s easy to get confused. There are so many different diet protocols, workout regimes, supplements and detox drinks, that can be difficult to know where to start. But fortunately, there are a number of tried-and-true, simple things you can and should be doing every day…
How to Learn To Blog For Money
Wondering how to learn to blog for money? Then you’re in the right place. I’ve created a full-time income from my blog in less than a year and I’m going to share with you exactly how I did it. Read on to find out more. Way back when I had my first ever website on…
How I Made A Full Time Income From Blogging In One Year
Today marks my one year anniversary of blogging and let me tell you, it’s been a crazy but incredibly rewarding ride. A year ago, I was a new mom to a 3-month-old. I was living in Tennessee and we had gone from being DINK’s (Dual Income No Kids) to a single income family with a…
7 Ways to Eat Healthy on a Tight Budget
When you’re on a tight budget, it may seem difficult to eat a healthy, balanced, nutritious diet. And unfortunately, prepackaged junk food often is cheaper than fresh, organic fruits and vegetables. But the good news is, while it may take a little more preparation and creativity, eating healthy on a tight budget is definitely possible. The…
Carry On Packing Checklist Printable
In my 34 years of life, I’ve done my fair share of travel. I’ve been on many international long haul flights and shorter domestic flights, and I’ve learned a few things along the way. Specifically what to pack in a carry on! This may seem like a simple task – just throw in your travel…
Best Short Term Savings Options – The Pros and Cons of Five Common Accounts
When it comes to our long-term investment strategy and retirement planning, my husband and I have a pretty good idea of what we’re wanting to achieve, and we’re actively taking the steps to get there. We use Personal Capital to track our net worth, portfolio, and investments. I love Personal Capital because they’re completely free!…
4 Legitimate Work From Home Jobs for Moms
I wanted to share something close to my heart today. I know that there a lot of of moms out there who are looking for real online jobs for stay-at-home moms. I was the same after I had my son. I knew I didn’t want to go straight back to work, but I also wanted to…
10 Healthy Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes
These 10 healthy make-ahead breakfast ideas will ensure that you’re not skipping the most important meal of the day! I’m sure you’ve heard the expression before – “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” And it’s true – eating a healthy, nourishing breakfast helps to jumpstart your metabolism, aids in weight loss, and…
The Best Lipsense Dupe There Is – Frugal Alternative to Lipsense!
If you’re looking for a frugal alternative to Lipsense, you’re in the right place! If you frequent Facebook or Instagram, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of Lipsense. If not, I’ll tell you a bit about it. It’s a long-lasting, smudge-proof, budge-proof lip color that comes in a wide array of colors. I’ll be honest…
How to Make Money With The Amazon Associate Affiliate Program
I started this blog in August 2016 and one of my number one goals was to make money from it. Yes, that’s right. I actually started my blog with the intent of making money. Sure, I also LOVE writing and I wanted to share and help people, but I also wanted to make money from…
20 Unique Mother’s Day Gift Ideas Under $30
Mother’s Day is almost here, and if you’re looking for unique mother’s day gift ideas that won’t break the bank, you’re in the right place! I’ve put together this unique Mother’s Day gift guide that is full of different gifts that are all under $30, and you may also want to check out these Mother’s Day…
The Best Supplements For Women In Their 30’s
For a lot of women, the big 3-0 is a turning point when it comes to their health. Gone are the days of being able to stay out all night, drink 3 bottles of wine, and then get up the next morning feeling like a spring chicken. Your priorities have probably started to change (and so…
How I Made Quick Money To Invest In My Blog
One of the best pieces of advice you’ll ever hear when it comes to how to create a money-making blog is this. If you want to generate an income from your blog, treat your blog like a business. This means, (amongst other things) that it’s important to invest in your blog. Yes, a large time…
March 2017 Online Income Report
Time for my March 2017 Online Income Report – that came around fast! The months sure are flying by – my little guy turns ONE this month. Can’t believe that I have a toddler – where did that tiny baby boy go?! If you’re new to The Million Dollar Mama, each month I document my blog progress, including…
5 of the Best Drugstore Makeup Must-Haves
Wondering what is the best drugstore makeup? I’ve done a lot of research and found 5 cheap makeup items that rival designer brands. Read on to find out what they are! Confession – when I was young, single and living in Paris, I had a bit of an obsession with designer makeup. I would happily go…
10 Smart Things To Do With Your Spare Change
Do you have a spare change jar? Maybe you use a coffee tin. Or perhaps you keep your spare change in an empty face cream container, like my Nanna used to do. (I think she was trying to keep it disguised from my Grandad 😉 ) Regardless of what you use, I think most of…
10 Things You Can Do To Feel Happier Right Now
How to feel happy when you’re down in the dumps – here are 10 things you can do to feel happier right now. If there’s one thing I’d would be willing to bet that every single person wants, it’s to feel happy. Nobody wants to feel sad, angry, or depressed but the reality is,…